CHIRP Podcasts

Bradley Morgan sits down with Jesca Hoop to dig into her latest release 'STONECHILD.' She divulges how, through her music, she shares messaging on the patriarchy, racism, among other current cultiral afflictions. Currently based in the United Kingdom, Jesca also shares some insight into the differences between North America and the socialist societ she is living in now. Her music is hauntingly vulnerable and pointed.

The First Time is CHIRP Radio’s Live Lit and Music series. It pairs a reader’s personal story about a specific "first time" -- a different "first" for each show -- with a song performance. This unique structure allows the story to resonate with audience members as they experience the accompanying song covered by The First Time Four. The band takes special care to perform unexpected song arrangements, so it is hard to tell which the audience enjoys more: the story or the song.

The First Time is produced and directed by Julie Mueller with Assistant Producer Bobby Evers and Host Jenn Sodini. Podcast produced and recorded by Jenn Rourke. Engineer by Tony Baker.

Stellar Chirp interviewer Mick Reed chats up Donna Diane, frontwoman/singer of local band Djunah. They chat about Djunah's new album, themes of alternative healing in her work, and how she plays multiple instruments with her feet! Tune in!

Surfer Blood catches up with Mick Reed at Riot Fest 2019 to talk labels, DIY vs an actual movement of music as coined by the critics, favorite performances, and their tour in support of 'Hourly Haunts.'

Featues interiewer Sarah Brooks goes in depth with Chicago artist Johari Noelle. They talk about the tribulations of comparisons on social media and self care tools. Her latest release TYCSOL stands for "Things You Can't Say Outloud," and she shares some insight into who this project was written for and what she hopes the songs can do for listeners.